🌾 Africa’s Wheat Bran Market Set for Steady Growth: Projected to Reach 25M Tons by 2035

Africa's wheat bran market is on a steady upward trajectory, fueled by increasing demand across the continent for this essential by-product of wheat milling. According to new market insights, the sector is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.7% in volume and 2.3% in value over the next decade—from 2024 to 2035. 

📊 Forecast at a Glance

 Volume Growth:

From current levels, the market is expected to grow at a +1.7% CAGR, reaching 25 million tons of wheat bran consumed annually by 2035. Value Growth:

In value terms, the market will expand at a +2.3% CAGR, reaching $5.6 billion by 2035, measured in nominal wholesale prices. 

🌍 What’s Driving the Growth?

 Population Growth & Urbanization

With Africa’s population projected to exceed 2 billion by 2040, demand for animal feed and processed food continues to climb, boosting the market for wheat bran—a key input in livestock nutrition and value-added food products. Livestock & Poultry Feed Demand

As livestock farming expands across West, East, and Southern Africa, so does the need for affordable and fiber-rich feed ingredients. Wheat bran has become an increasingly preferred choice for feed mills and smallholder farmers. Rise in Milling Activities

The expansion of wheat milling capacity across Africa, especially in Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt, is also contributing to the availability and commercialization of wheat bran in domestic and regional markets. Industrial Applications

Beyond feed, wheat bran is also gaining traction in bioplastics, cosmetics, and food supplements, adding to its diversified market appeal. 

🏭 Challenges and Opportunities

 While the outlook remains positive, the wheat bran sector must navigate: Infrastructure limitations in rural areas affecting transport and storage. Inconsistent supply chains, especially in landlocked countries. Lack of processing technology to add value beyond bulk trading. Yet, these challenges present investment opportunities for innovative agri-tech firms, feed processors, and regional cooperatives seeking to scale operations and access new markets. 

✅ Key Takeaway

 The African wheat bran market is poised for long-term, stable growth driven by population dynamics, food security needs, and expanding livestock farming. With projected volumes reaching 25 million tons and market value touching $5.6 billion by 2035, the sector presents significant opportunities for stakeholders across the wheat-to-feed value chain. 

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